Restomods are what happen when nostalgia gets a tool kit and a wild streak. These aren’t restorations for purists—they’re builds for anyone who wants old-school curves with new-school chaos under the hood. Motorious has rounded up the boldest of the bunch, and trust us, these rides don’t play nice.

1969 Chevrolet Camaro “VALKYRJA” By Ringbrothers

Inspired by Norse mythology, this restomod is named after a warrior spirit and drives like one. At 890 hp, the LS3 V8 delivers force with elegance. Its carbon fiber skin trims weight without sacrificing muscle. Inside, toggle switches and a roll cage tell you it means business.

1970 Dodge Charger “Tantrum” By SpeedKore

This 1970 Charger packs a Mercury Racing V8 that puts out a ridiculous 1,650 hp. Wrapped in full carbon fiber, the body is all business and zero compromise. It even made its way into “Fast & Furious 8,” but the real star is its military-spec precision.

1966 Ford Bronco By Gateway Bronco

There’s something about a vintage Bronco that just works, especially when it’s packing a 5.0L Coyote V8 and modern suspension. Every piece is tailored; no two builds are alike. The waterproof leather and whisky barrel wood bed give it charm, while digital gauges and a Ford license give it legitimacy.

1962 Corvette “C1-RS” By Roadster Shop

Goodguys Street Machine of the Year didn’t just land in its lap. With a hand-formed aluminum body and 618 horsepower from its LS7 heart, the C1-RS blends elegance and savagery. Beneath, race-grade pushrod suspension and precision-machined details prove it’s no Sunday cruiser.

1965 Porsche 912c “Kamm Manufaktur 912c”

This Hungarian-born Porsche does 40 mpg while weighing just 1,650 pounds. A flat-four gives it 190 hp, which doesn’t sound wild until you feel how light it is. Wrapped in carbon fiber and fitted with retro gauges, it’s minimalism done right.

1972 DeTomaso Pantera By Ringbrothers

Italian by birth, but American at heart, Pantera tells two stories. A 600-hp Ford Coyote sits beneath that sleek body, updated with carbon accents and forged wheels. The orange and black paint is also part of the attitude. Inside, hidden air conditioning and infotainment merge seamlessly.

1990 Land Rover Defender 110 By E.C.D. Automotive Design

Defender 110 starts as a rugged Brit and ends as a luxury brute. E.C.D. fitted it with a 6.2L LS3 V8, good for 430 hp, and backed it up with touchscreen tech and WiFi. The Florida-based shop ensures each build meets U.S. safety standards.

1967 Mustang “Eleanor” By Fusion Motor Company

Built with permission and precision, this Eleanor is the real deal. Licensed from “Gone in 60 Seconds,” it runs a supercharged Coyote that roars past 600 hp. Bullet mirrors and nitrous (if you want it) push it into hero territory. Even the VIN is custom.

1974 Toyota FJ40 By The FJ Company

Lifestyle meets legacy in a frame-off rebuild powered by a 4.0L Toyota V6. Bluetooth, air conditioning, and a backup camera make it road-ready, while the classic silhouette stays intact. Every detail has been refreshed to offer modern ease with vintage charm.

1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing By S-Klub

Carbon fiber wasn’t around in 1954, yet the Gullwing wears it like it was made for it. S-Klub’s version keeps the classic shape but updates everything underneath. Remote-controlled doors, an AMG powertrain, suede interior, digital displays, and push-start ignition bring modern ease to a beautifully reimagined icon.